Apparatus for use with metallic structures
US8298382B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 15, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC23F2213/32
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus for connection to a metallic structure, the apparatus comprises a transformer rectifier unit operable to output a DC current for cathodic protection of a metallic structure, and a modulator unit connected to receive a DC output from the transformer rectifier unit. The modulator unit is arranged for connection to a metallic structure, and is operable to produce a modulated current which is applied to such a metallic structure when the apparatus is in use, such that the metallic structure is detectable by a wireless locating device. The modulator unit is operable to be controlled remotely.
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